In a tweet, he later said: “Let me say that I am beyond shocked that I have been targeted with this false allegation.

“I am completely innocent.

“I am confident that once the facts are looked at , it will be very clear that I am the victim of a false allegation.”

In another tweet, he said: “I do want to apologize to my loved ones for the embarrassment and for putting myself in a situation where I could be victimized by this false and defaming allegation.”

He also went on to thank fans for their “unwavering support” and assured them he would vindicated.

Let me say that I am beyond shocked that I have been targeted with this false allegation. I am completely innocent. I am confident that once the facts are looked at , it will be very clear that I am the victim of a false allegation.